Summer Dance at Hochstein Hochstein’s dance philosophy places emphasis on the educational experience and the joy of dance. The program offers a full range of sequential, guided instruction, and students are instructed in proper technique and are grounded in a strong technical foundation. With an emphasis on nurturing the whole dancer, our professional faculty works with each student to develop confidence and creativity as well as technical and performance skills. Hochstein’s unique program offers each student the ability to expand their training with a full range of dance genres. From Ballet to Modern, Tap to Flamenco, Hip Hop and more, there is something for everyone to dip his or her toes into at Hochstein! For more information, please call 585.454.4596.
Mini-Dancers
Lauren Tenney, Instructor Tuesdays, 4:15-5:00 pm or Wednesdays, 5:15-6:00 pm ages 3-4 Girls and boys will have a blast (and blow off steam!) in this fun introduction to the world of ballet and creative dance! Through the use of games and songs, our Mini-Dancers will learn the names of arm and leg positions, as well as movements such as tendu, plié, relevé, and passé.
Pre-Ballet
Lauren Tenney, Instructor Tuesdays, 5:15-6:00 pm or Wednesdays, 4:15-5:00 pm ages 5-6 This class is designed to foster interest in pursuing more advanced ballet technique. Children will learn introductory ballet technique as well as body awareness and movement exploration through age-appropriate games and exercises.
Ballet IA, IB/IIA Combined: ages 7-12
Develop coordination, grace, musicality, flexibility, and balance in this sequential program. Basic ballet technique and vocabulary will be introduced as well as barre work, adagio and allegro movements, and dancing in unison. NOTE: Continuing students with more experience should register for the Wednesday 6:00 pm section (2019-2020 class participants, talk to your teacher about appropriate placement).
Ballet IA
Lauren Tenney, Instructor Tuesdays, 6:00-7:00 pm ages 7-9
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advantage of our special pricing for dance classes! Take one at full price and all the rest are 50% off!
Ballet IB/IIA Combined Diane Lewis, Instructor Wednesdays, 6:00-7:00 pm ages 7-12
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